Jenna Abrams is the Managing Editor for the Connected Learning Lab at UC Irvine, where she serves as editorial lead on all publications, handles CLL communications and promotions, and manages the Connected Learning newsletter and blog. She holds an MFA in Writing from UC Irvine.
Jenna Abrams
Articles
September 26, 2025
“In the information environments that young people spend a lot of their time, they're constantly engaging with AI and machine learning in ways that surpass the expertise of their parents and...
Categories: Artificial Intelligence, Connected Learning, EdtechSeptember 23, 2025
A New Direction – Leaving the Connected Learning Lab
After six years with UC Irvine and the Connected Learning Lab, I’m moving on to a new position out of state. It’s difficult to put into words how meaningful my time with...
Category: Connected LearningSeptember 9, 2025
CLS2025 Keynote Speaker Meryl Alper On Why We Need Connected Learning Now More Than Ever
“The value of CLS is that its foundation is so strong that a community can build itself upon it…The principles of connected learning, and all the research that's gone into it,...
Categories: Connected Learning, Digital Learning, NeurodiversityJuly 30, 2025
“What we don’t know how to do is help build connections more equitably between mentors and kids. [How to] help young people reflect on what’s important to them for themselves, and...
Categories: Connected Learning, Digital Learning, Edtech, Equity, Featured, New Trends, ResearchAugust 24, 2020
Announcing a New Evaluation Toolkit for Youth-Serving Library Programs
The Capturing Connected Learning in Libraries team, comprised of researchers from the University of California, Irvine, University of Colorado, Boulder, and SRI International, is excited to announce the release of our evaluation...
Categories: Connected Learning, Research